In Senior Secondary School 3 (SSS3) in Nigeria. Government as a subject encompasses the study of political systems, governance frameworks, and the functions of government in society. It equips students with essential knowledge and analytical abilities crucial for responsible citizenship and academic achievement.
The Lagos state unified scheme of work for the SSS3 subject, Government, covers a broad spectrum, including constitutional evolution, political ideologies, electoral processes, and democratic principles. Students explore Nigeria’s political history, federal structure, and governance dynamics at the state and national levels. This comprehensive understanding not only enhances students’ grasp of national governance but also fosters a deeper appreciation for civic duties and rights as future leaders and active members of society.
The study of Government in SSS3 is designed to prepare students effectively for the WASSCE by emphasizing the practical application of theoretical knowledge to real-world contexts. Beyond examination purposes, Government education promotes an understanding of the rule of law, human rights, and mechanisms of governmental accountability. These insights are not only beneficial for academic success but also establish a foundation for responsible citizenship and potential careers in fields such as politics, law, public administration, or international relations.
SSS3 students in Nigeria are assessed in the subject, Government, through continuous assessments and the WASSCE. Continuous assessments include class tests, assignments, oral presentations, projects, and class participation. The WASSCE consists of multiple-choice questions and essays. These assessments evaluate a range of skills, ensuring holistic evaluation, skill development, preparation for higher education and careers, and identifying areas for improvement.
| LAGOS STATE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION: UNIFIED SCHEMES OF WORK FOR SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS | ||
| Government Scheme of Work for Senior Secondary Schools 3(SSS3) | ||
| Class | S.S.S 3 | |
| Subject | Government | |
| Term | First Term | |
| Week | Topic | Breakdown |
| 1-2 | Resumption Test/ Millitary Rule in Nigeria | 1. Discuss the reason for millitary intervention 2. Explain the roles of government structure under the millitary rule 3. Describe the performance of millitary administration 4. Identify ways millitary coup can be avoided |
| 3 | Conflict Resolution and Management | 1. Explain the meaning of conflict 2. Discuss the causes of conflict 3. Examine the consequences of conflict 4. Identify ways of resolving conflict |
| 4 | Peace Education | 1. Explain the meaning of peace 2. Discuss the need for peace 3. Identify ways peace can be promoted. |
| 5 | The Interindependence of Nations and Globalization. | 1. Discuss interdependence of nation 2. Explain Nigeria’s international reaction such as Economic interaction, Political interaction, Cultural and Social Interaction 3. Identify the advantages and disadvantages in interacting with nations |
| 6 | Nigeria’s Foreign Policy | 1. Explain Foreign policy 2. Examine the factors that influence Nigeria Foreign policy 3. Outline the principle of Nigeria foreign policy 4. Highlight the objectives of Nigeria foreign policy |
| 7 | Mid Term Test/Open Day/ Mid-Term Break | |
| 8 | Nigeria’s Foreign Policy II | 1. Explain the origin of Africa as the centrepiece of Nigeria’s policy 2. Justify reasons for the adoption of Africa as the centrepiece of Nigeria’s foreign policy. 3. Highlight ways Nigeria has deminstrated that Africa is the centrepiece of her foreign policy 4. Describe the meaning of non-alignment and identify the aim and objective of the non-alignment policy 5. Outline problems associated with the experimentation of the non-alignment policy |
| 9 | International Organisation -United Nation Organisation(UNO) | 1. Explain the origins and organs of the organisation(UNO, AU) 2. Outline the aims and objectives of the organisation(UNO, AU) 3. Enumerate some of the achievement of the organisation(UNO, AU) 4. Discuss the problem confronting the association (UNO, AU) |
| 10 | International Organisation -Organisation of African Unity(OAU), African Union(AU) | 1. Explain the origin of the organisation 2. List the aims and objectives of the organisation 3. Mention the principle of the organisation 4. Explain the different organs of the organisation 5. Identify the achivement of the organisation 6. Criticize the organisation based on their shortcomings |
| 11 | International Organisation -Common Wealth | 1. Explain the origin of the international organisation and outline the aims and objectives of the organisation 2. Examine the organs of the organisation 3. Identify the gains derived from the organisation 4. Highlight the problems of the organisation |
| 12 | Revision | |
| 13-14 | Examination | |
| Term | Second Term | |
| Week | Topic | Breakdown |
| 1-2 | Resumption Test/International Organisation -Economic Community of West African States(ECOWAS) | 1. Explain the formation of ECOWAS 2. Outline the aims and objectives of ECOWAS and explain the different organs of ECOWAS 3. Highlight the achievements of ECOWAS 4. Identify the problems of comfronting ECOWAS |
| 3-4 | Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries(OPEC) | 1. Explain the formation of OPEC 2. Outline the aims and objectives of OPEC and explain the different organs 3. Highlight the achievemnts of OPEC and explain the problems confronting OPEC. |
| 5 | Millennium Development Goals (MDG) New Economic Partnership for Economic Development(NEPAD) | 1. Explain the meaning of MDG and identify its achievement in 2015 2. Describe the term NEPAD 3. Outline its aim |
| 6 | E- Government and Leadership and Followship. | 1. Explain the meaning of E-government and outline examples of E-government. 2. Discuss the advantage and disadvantages of E-government. 3. Describe leadership and followship and discuss the quality of a good leader 4. Explain their roles in politics and government |
The recommended Government textbooks for SSS3 include but are not limited to the following:
University Press Plc SS 1- 3
Mid-Field Publishing Ltd SS 1-3
Learn African Plc
